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General programme information

Our programmes are supported by pre-visit and post-visit learning activities that you can do in the classroom

We will also provide you with self-guided learning activities that you and parent helpers can lead in the museum to enhance learning

StoryPlace

Spend a magical time in StoryPlace!

A special part of Te Papa where preschool children (12 month - 5 years), together with their caregivers, explore museum-related themes through play and make-believe.

We're excited by developments in Early Childhood Education and are reflecting these with child-led and activity based sessions, facilitated by a trained StoryPlace host. And to top it all off, all the stories and songs we love now round out the end of each and every session.

Teacher Previews and Professional Development

Early Years Blog

Te Papa’s Early Years blog looks at how our museum can be used as a learning resource by young learners (0-8 years) and their teachers, as well as best practice. It provides an excellent opportunity for us to share with you, but also for you to share with each other.

Share your stories!

How do you use our museum as a learning resource? What do you find to be best practice? Why are museum and gallery experiences important for your tamariki (children)?

Contact Rebecca Browne, Early Childhood Educator if you have a story you would like to share on Te Papa's Early Years blog.

What's on - events

From puppet shows to storytelling and Hairy Maclary Hunts too, we have a variety of events for 0-8 year olds.